The Relationship Between the Frequency of Fast Food Consumption and Blood Pressure in Students

Abstract

Hypertension affects adults, children, and adolescents, with high mortality and morbidity rates. Modifiable causes of hypertension include mental stress and diet. Frequent consumption of fast food, which is high in energy, saturated fat, salt, and low in fiber, can increase blood pressure and the risk of hypertension. This study aimed to determine the relationship between frequency of fast food consumption and blood pressure among students at SDN 7 Rejang Lebong, using a cross-sectional analytical method. Of the 123 respondents, 40 rarely consumed fast food, divided into 35 with normal blood pressure and 5 with high blood pressure. Of the 83 respondents who frequently consumed fast food, 72 had normal blood pressure and 11 with high blood pressure. There was no relationship between frequency of fast food consumption and blood pressure among students at SDN 7 Rejang Lebong.